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Roanoke Regional Chamber Cuts the Ribbon on New Office at Varsity Park

On July 22nd, the Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce officially opened the doors to its new headquarters with a ribbon cutting and open house at 1948 Franklin Road SW,...

Virginia’s Blue Ridge Shines at MTB Nationals and Boise Twilight

As the final day of U.S. Mountain Bike Nationals wrapped up, I found myself unexpectedly...

Justice Revival Tour Comes to Southwest Virginia

This Sunday, July 27, staff from the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy (VICPP), the...

Tips for safe handling of garden produce from a VA Tech expert

Few things beat the taste of a tomato plucked straight from the garden — but...

Roanoke’s Roger Davis Named NAFA Fleet Technician of the Year

Roger Davis may have been born to turn a wrench. After rebuilding a car engine...

That itches! A guide to canine hot spots

Summer weather can make you feel hot and sweaty, but for your dog, this season can be when allergies start to flare, resulting in...

Miyares Celebrates Virginia Rules Camp Season

Attorney General Jason Miyares joined Virginia Rules campers in Norfolk last week to celebrate the 21st season of Virginia Rules Camps, supported by over...

Load the Bus for Kids School Supply Drive – Aug 1-3

Roanoke County Public Schools, Roanoke City Public Schools, Salem City Public Schools and Craig County Schools are teaming up with Roanoke area Walmart stores...

Experts offer tips to keep teens engaged – and off screens – this summer

While summer may provide teens with a much-needed break from the classroom, it often comes with a heavy dose of screen time and perhaps...

Roanoke Marks 90 Years of Social Security with Free Ice Cream Event

The 90th anniversary of Social Security is on August 14, and AARP Virginia is holding free events, including ice cream socials, to celebrate the...

Bubba’s 33 Roanoke Supports Veterans with Burger Sales

Throughout July, Bubba’s 33 will partner with Homes For Our Troops to raise money to help build specially adapted homes for post 9-11 veterans,...